Healthrider Treadmills Get Mixed Reviews

Healthrider Treadmill Reviews

Healthrider treadmills are manufactured by the fitness giant ICON Fitness. Although there are many models available in the $700 to $2,600 price range, the jury is out on whether you’re getting what you paid for with these machines. Part of the problem is that ICON just doesn’t seem to back up their low- to mid-range products much with customer service or support.

It’s a shame that you don’t get the benefit of ICON’s huge research and development money when you look at HealthRider Treadmills, but most of that investment seems to go toward their higher end brands. Although there is some innovation on these treadmills, some experts don’t see them as real improvements.

New Models & Website Redesign

UPDATE: As of 2017, we no longer recommend Healthrider treadmills as the parent company puts very little focus on this brand. You get a lot more value as well as updated technology on ICON's more popular brand, NordicTrack. Check out the latest NordicTrack models here, where you'll find a treadmill in every price range.

It appears as though they might be trying to spruce up the Healthrider brand a bit. The company website has been redesigned with a much cleaner, more user-friendly appearance, which is a welcome upgrade from the poorly executed original website.

Also, there are a lot more models to choose from than previously, which could be a good or a bad thing. There are currently 11 treadmills to choose from, similar to the amount you'll find on ProForm and NordicTrack's sites.

There are 5 models under $1000, 5 models between $1000 and $2000, and one model, the H70T, at $2,599.

Taking a closer look the new Healthrider treadmills just don't compare to their more popular siblings, NordicTrack and ProForm. The Healthriders are missing many of the features and capabilities you find on those other brands at similar prices.

Decks are smaller, iFit technology is missing, even the pricier models don't have touch screens. The top of the line model still has a basic display and none of the bells and whistles you would expect at that price.

Pros and Cons Cancel Each Other Out

The iFit compatibility that ICON has included in some of the Healthrider models is a definite plus, adding to the enjoyment and variety of a workout. These treadmills are also attractive and come in a variety of styles, but the cons cancel out the pros.

One problem is that Healthrider uses a lot of plastic parts and electronic components from overseas that wear out quickly. This wouldn’t be such a big issue if the warranties were really good, but 1 year parts and labor just doesn’t do it when you’re shelling out $1,000 or more for your treadmill.

The end result is a product that’s only good for walking or mild jogging. And if you buy a Healthrider treadmill, you’ll probably have problems after the warranty expires. With ICON Fitness having a mediocre track record in customer service, you may want to look elsewhere.